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Corney & Barrow Ayr Wine Shop

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In 1994, Corney & Barrow’s Scottish operation merged with Whighams of Ayr, one of the longest-established wine merchants in the UK.

Set up by a group of prominent Ayrshire merchants and landowners in 1766, Whighams traditionally supplied fine wines and spirits to many of the great houses and estates in southern Scotland. Whighams has occupied the current residence in Academy Street in Ayr, for much of the 243 years of its existence. Robert Burns is thought to have visited the cellars in his role as excise man for the area in t

he late 1780s. The 1766-built cellars were constructed for the sole purpose of storing imported wines, ports and sherries shipped on the company-built vessels, which plied their trade around Europe. These cellars are very much still in use today for long-term customer reserve storage.

16/06/2026

CHEESE AND WINE PAIRING OF THE MONTH 🧀🍷

This month we’re travelling to Northern Italy for the perfect pairing - Valpolicella Classico and Ubriaco Rosso!

Valpolicella Classico is a traditional red wine from the heart of the Valpolicella region in Veneto, Northern Italy. Crafted primarily from Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes, it offers bright aromas of sour cherry, red currant, and wild herbs, with subtle notes of almond and spice. Fresh acidity, soft tannins, and elegant structure make it a wonderfully food-friendly wine and an excellent match for Umbriaco Rosso.

Ubriaco Rosso also has its origins in the Vento region. Legend states that the technique dates back to WW1, when local farmers needed to hide their wheels of cheese from the Austro-Hungarian soldiers. Their favourite method was to submerge the cheese inside barrels containing red wine and pomace. When the wheels were retrieved the cheeses had completely transformed in both appearance and flavour. The resulting cheese has a purple/violet exterior and a pale ivory interior, with a firm crystalline bite.

09/06/2026

3PM IS NOW SOLD OUT!

We’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of the famous 1976 blind wine tasting in Paris, where California wines unexpectedly beat world-renowned French wines 🍷

We have very limited availability for the later session. To secure your spaces, please email [email protected].

As always, we’ll begin with a tour of our historic cellars followed by a tutored tasting of six wines. Maximum group booking is six people and tickets are £30pp.

05/06/2026

✉️ YOUR INVITATION HAS ARRIVED ✉️
Booking details below!

Corney & Barrow are delighted to invite you to a very special dinner with father and son team, François and Paul Carillon, from Domaine François Carillon on Monday 22nd June at Michelin-starred UNALOME by Graeme Cheevers, Glasgow. Please join us for four delicious courses with matched wines, showcasing the different terroirs and styles of this Puligny-Montrachet based Domaine.

François is the 15th generation of a winemaking family that has worked the slopes of Puligny-Montrachet for over five centuries. Since establishing his own domaine in 2010, he has made some of the most compelling modern white Burgundies, earning recognition as one of Puligny’s great contemporary purists.

After completing his degree in oenology in Beaune, Paul now works closely with his father and brother, playing an active role in both vineyard and cellar.

We invite you to join us for this special dinner at UNALOME by Graeme Cheevers at 7pm for four courses matched to these top-class Burgundian wines. We anticipate that places will fill fast, so please do not hesitate and book now.

Please email [email protected] to secure your booking today!

20/05/2026

NOW SOLD OUT! Thank you everyone ❤️ if you missed out on this event, we’ve just uploaded a few more to the website for you to check out.

Mark your calendars, Corney and Barrow’s Summer Wine Fair is confirmed for Thursday 2nd July! Join us for a vibrant celebration of wine in Ayr Town Hall. Whether you’re discovering new favourites or enjoying summer staples, this year’s expansive lineup of wine is the perfect place to explore the sips of the season at your own pace. You can expect a relaxed, walk-around tasting of 30+ wines from around the world.

Tickets are £30pp and can be purchased in the shop, over the phone or via email.

Date: Thursday 2nd July
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Ayr Town Hall

01292 267000
[email protected]

14/05/2026

🧀🍷Our cheese and wine pairing on the month is here!

Saumur Champigny Lieu-Dit Les Villaises Cave de Saumur 🍒🍇

100% Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley, France. It is a deep ruby red in colour with aromas of crisp blackcurrant and raspberries, with fruit compote and delicate balsamic flavours. Grapes used in the production of this tiny lieu-dit (named vineyard) are grown on the site of a Roman villa called “Salmonciacus” dating back to the 3rd century BC!

It pairs beautifully with Montagnolo Affine from . A triple cream blue cheese produced in the Allgau region of Bavaria, Germany. Delicate and buttery with a blue cheese tang that never overwhelms!

01/05/2026

Today is International Sauvignon Blanc Day!

High acidity, citrus notes, and that signature herbaceous edge 🍋🌿

Fun fact: that grassy, green pepper aroma comes from compounds called pyrazines—basically Sauvignon Blanc’s signature scent 🍃✨

Ana hails from Marlborough, New Zealand and is named after the winemaker’s daughter who was born shortly after their 2009 vintage.

30/04/2026

Yesterday we had the pleasure of hosting a wine dinner in collaboration with 🍕

Five delicious courses each paired with the perfect Italian pour. Truly a night to remember! Thank you to everyone who attended and made it such a special evening.

Should we do it again? 👀

24/04/2026

An unforgettable evening at the Kirkmichael Arms 🍽️🍷

Last night, we joined the team at the Kirkmichael Arms for our first (but certainly not last!) collaborative wine dinner. Justin created a delicious five course tasting menu which blended traditional Scottish produce with creative Asian flavours — bold, innovative, and beautifully balanced.

We had the pleasure of pairing Corney & Barrow wines with this menu, and it was great fun picking bottles that were as unexpected and creative as the food. And all in all, both wine and food went down a treat with guests!

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to that team at the Kirkmichael Arms for hosting such a fantastic evening.

Wines featured -

Tissot-Maire Blanc de Noirs Cremant du Jura
Gewurztraminer Beblenheim Domaine Trapet
Veigadares Albarino Adegas Galegas
Chateau Barbeyrolles Rose Petale de Rose
L'Aurage
Ambriel English Reserve Demi-Sec

Kirkmichael Arms Est 2023

17/04/2026

Today isn't just Friday, it's also Malbec World Day! So grab a glass and celebrate Argentina's flagship grape variety with us 🍷

For this special day, we have selected a rare expression of Malbec from one of the highest vineyards in the world in the Jujuy province, Argentina’s furthest northwestern corner. The Huichaira Vineyard is at a breathtaking 2,730m above sea level producing an exceptional Malbec-dominant field blend. This ink black wine is concentrated with wild blackberries, savoury herbs and freshly ground peppercorn. Dense, velvety with layers of complexity and a cooling, refreshing minerality.

You can pick up a bottle of Cielo Arriba in our shop for £34.95 per bottle.

15/04/2026

As the evenings lengthen and blossoms begin to bloom, we are delighted to invite you to our Spring Dinner Series. We have partnered with two of Scotland’s most celebrated venues, Wedgwood the Restaurant in Edinburgh and Ubiquitous Chip in Glasgow, to host an evening of exceptional seasonal dining.

Guests will enjoy a curated three-course menu, each dish expertly paired with wines from the Corney & Barrow portfolio. Hand-selected by our sales team, these bottles offer superb value from world-class producers and are perfectly suited for spring and summer enjoyment.

These intimate evenings are expected to sell quickly. Please visit our website to secure your tickets for Edinburgh, Glasgow, or both!

EDINBURGH
Date: Wednesday 13th May
Time: 7pm
Price: £95
Address: Wedgwood The Restaurant, 267 Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8 8BQ

GLASGOW
Date: Wednesday 20th May
Time: 7pm
Price: £95
Address: Ubiquitous Chip, 8-12 Ashton Lane, Glasgow, G12 8SJ

https://www.corneyandbarrow.com/events

Address

8 Academy Street
Ayr
KA71HT

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 5:30pm

Website

http://www.corneyandbarrow.com/

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